Carley writes: Hi Pete, I currently have a Stearns & Foster Camdenhurst Luxury Plush mattress, which I bought from you, many years ago. It’s been a great bed and I thank you for steering us toward it. I wish to replace with the same but have not been […]

Kevin writes: Hi Pete, Really informative site. Thanks very much. I am a big man from Canada, I weigh 380 lbs and was wondering what the Simmons Black Calista would be called in Toronto. I haven’t had much luck finding one up here and was thinking of getting one and […]

Karen writes: Hi Pete, I am looking for a queen bed to use in a spare guest bedroom. It will be used a lot either by returning adult kids, a couple that comes on weekends or myself when snoring gets to be too much. I can’t spend […]

John writes: Hi Peter, I like your recommendation for flipping my Tempurpedic mattress and adding a latex topper. Do I want a soft latex or medium? Do you think the soft one may be too soft to hold my 230 lbs.? Thanks, John Hi John, 2″ of soft […]

Hi Pete, I get about 2 hours of sleep per night. The reason: mattresses get too warm. I have bought 13 mattresses, including “cooling technology” and “cool foam” mattresses. I have tried every pad and mattress topper I can find…have spent over $12,000 in 5 years on this. I am […]

Will writes: Hi Pete, I’m having trouble finding what I want….an all natural organic latex mattress. Do you carry such a thing? Thanks, Will Hi Will, You betcha! Here is a link to our Plampring line of all natural and organic latex mattresses: https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/palmpring-coconut-latex-mattresses/coconut-latex-mattress/ Delivery is Free […]

Beth writes: Hello Peter, My husband and I are in the market for a new mattress – we’ve had terrible luck with our memory foam, which is apparently unsurprising after reading your site! Looking for some guidance on how to narrow down our hunt. I am a […]

Cindy writes: Hi Pete, I recently Bought a S&F mattress that I’ve instructed them to pick up. My husband likes it, but I worry that it’s too soft. Now, I’m wondering if I’m doing the right thing, by sending it back. I need your advice as to […]

Maria writes: Hi Pete, Does a mattress remain consistent under the heaviest part of the body (hips, for instance) over time, or does it finally leave a permanent dip under the hips which never rebounds? The described “dip” or breakdown under body curves has a profound effect […]

Julie writes: Hi Pete, I want to order an Active Fusion 3″ Pure Latex Talalay Topper but I am confused as to whether or not it is the Active Fusion topper or All Natural topper they used to make when I go to order. The Active Fusion […]

Jennifer writes: Hi Pete, We have had our Sealy Reflexion Newport Beach latex mattress since 2005. I have severe fibromyalgia in addition to cervical stenosis and chiari issues. This mattress was well worth the high cost at the time and has held up well. […]

Cindy writes: Hi Peter, I slept like a baby last night. I can not believe what a huge difference your 2″soft talalay latex topper makes. I think this is the first time in 7 years I have not had hip pain when I stepped out of bed. Can […]

Eric writes: Hi Pete, I was wondering if the Stearns and Foster Estate Luxury mattresses hold up well. It seems like the S&F mattresses are made more for people who like a softer feel. Thanks, Eric Hi Eric, Stearns & Foster is now owned by Tempurpedic. Everything they now […]

Victoria writes: Hi Pete, I am just looking for the absolutely MOST FIRM and best quality mattress you have found. If you are able to share your expertise, I would truly appreciate it. You have a wonderful website and I appreciate your excellent detective work and your willingness to share the […]

Nancy writes: Hi Pete, It was with extreme interest that I read your solution for the firmness issue with the Simmons Beautyrest Pearl River Luxury Firm mattress. We would like to try the latex topper. But I was confused by your suggestion that a below average […]

Karen writes: Hi Pete, I’m trying to figure out how to soften up my too firm King Koil bed and alleviate hip pain. The bed is about 2 years old and was comfortable until I started having hip pain at night. I am a side sleeper, […]

Andrew writes: Hello Pete, We purchased a queen platform bed for our son who is 4 (a bed for him to grow into). We have tried a couple of innerspring mattresses, both ending up feeling too firm, (for me in particular, just reading in bed with him […]

Joy writes: HI Pete, I have a herniated disc and have slept on natural latex mattresses previously. I prefer the natural latex overall. I hate memory foam mattresses that get “sink holes”. Do you think this is a good mattress selection and what latex do you carry that […]

Mary writes: Hello Peter, I have been reading your blog and am really willing to try the latex mattresses. My husband and I are ages 65 and 55, he has bulging discs with lower back pain, as I do too. I am awake with hot flashes through the […]

Ken writes: Hi Peter, I’m interested in a new mattress but am on a pretty tight budget. I’m a teacher, so that should give you an idea of what’s the best I can afford. I’m thinking around $800, or so. My girlfriend, who you helped, purchased a […]

John writes: Hi Pete, I have a Tempurpedic mattress that I got because I thought it would help with my back problems. I now also have neck problems to go along with my back pain…and, I wake up a lot because my hands, legs and feet go […]

Paul writes: Hi Pete, I bought a Simmons Beautyrest Black Torrence Plush Pillowtop Mattress after testing it in the showroom at Macy’s. It was very soft and felt like laying on a cloud. I got it delivered and set up. It felt like sleeping on a sandbag. I’ve had it […]

Ron writes: Hi Peter. Can you tell me what the life expectancy would be of a latex mattress topper before it would start to sag or break down? Thanks, Ron Hi Ron, That’s the thing about latex. It doesn’t really ever break down. (Short answer) When latex wears, it […]

Hi Pete, I purchased a Tempurpedic Cloud Supreme mattress 1 year ago & although it contours to my body it is still very firm and causing pain. I have developed pain in both shoulders and the outer part of my arms that I believe is due to the […]